Cornerstone Financial Advisory

MARCH 14, 2025

As a Christian, your estate plan should represent your dedication to financial stewardship according to Scripture. W hat important factors should Christians consider when estate planning? W hat important factors should Christians consider when estate planning?

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 17, 2024

By Brady Marlow, CFP, AEP, CAP, CPWA, CExP , Director, Carson Private Client Wealth Strategy Although most people focus first on loved ones in developing their estate plan, you may also want your legacy to include continuing support of issues and organizations youre passionate about. The trust is a wholly separate entity from you.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Donate Your Required Minimum Distributions If youre 73 or older, required minimum distributions (RMDs) are kicking in. These mandatory distributions from your before tax retirement accounts are essentially a tax vehicle the government didnt get any taxes when you contributed, so they will get them when you withdraw.

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Abnormal Returns

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

obliviousinvestor.com) Estate planning Changing an estate plan takes time. wealthmanagement.com) Do your clients have a digital estate plan? advisorperspectives.com) Fidelity Charitable distributed $11.8 thinkadvisor.com) How to research a Social Security question. riaintel.com)

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This includes how we plan and manage our estate. Effective estate planning is an act of financial stewardship. With our estate, we have the immense power to bless others, including our families, children, and charitable organizations we care about. In fact, your estate plan can reflect your deepest held values.

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Carson Wealth

MAY 23, 2024

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when designing your estate plan is who to name in the various fiduciary roles: trustee, personal representative, executor and agent. While a critical decision, it’s often given significantly less thought than the distribution of your assets.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2024

The role of estate planning is most commonly considered to be about transferring assets from one generation to the next in the most efficient manner possible (e.g., how to minimize the burden of estate taxes and avoid the public spectacle of the probate process). at age 21 or 30) or stagger distributions at multiple ages.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2024

The role of estate planning is most commonly considered to be about transferring assets from one generation to the next in the most efficient manner possible (e.g., how to minimize the burden of estate taxes and avoid the public spectacle of the probate process). at age 21 or 30) or stagger distributions at multiple ages.

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Integrity Financial Planning

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Estate planning can be difficult to think about, let alone plan for. Maybe you’ve avoided putting together a concrete plan because you don’t want to think too far into the future when it’s time to pass on what you have. Or maybe you don’t think an estate plan is necessary because you’re not rich enough to warrant one.

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Integrity Financial Planning

AUGUST 28, 2022

Understand the basics first, and then create an estate plan. Wills and trusts are both important estate planning tools with important differences. A will ensures property is distributed after your passing, according to your wishes, while a trust goes into effect as soon as you create it. A Will vs. a Trust.

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Your Richest Life

AUGUST 11, 2023

Your estate plan is the comprehensive guide to your wealth and property when you pass away or become incapacitated physically or mentally. it’s important that you update your estate plan to reflect those changes. As a physician, there are a few other areas to pay attention to when you’re working on your estate plan.

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Integrity Financial Planning

MAY 23, 2023

An estate plan is a legal document that outlines a person’s wishes for the distribution of their assets and property after their death. It is essential to create an estate plan to ensure that your family and loved ones are taken care of in the event of your passing. Contact us today to get started!

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 23, 2023

Act, passed in December 2022, created the ability for individuals over age 70 1/2 to make a one-time Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) of up to $50,000 of IRA funds into a CGA, with the amount distributed to the CGA being excludable from the donor's taxable income. But the SECURE 2.0 legislation at the end of 2022. Read More.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JANUARY 16, 2025

Inheriting a Trust Fund: Distributions to Beneficiaries Do You Pay Tax on an Inheritance? At a high level, if the asset is part of the decedent’s estate it’s typically eligible for a step-up. This can get very tricky so it’s important to work with the estate planning attorney settling the estate.

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The trustee distributes an amount on a monthly basis for your child’s support and pays a monthly allowance. Consult with an estate planning attorney in your state for specific guidance. These trusts can be a great tool to handle distributions from qualified plans, as well. Trusts can be a way around that.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 21, 2024

Irrevocable trusts lie at the heart of a variety of estate planning strategies, as gifts to irrevocable trusts can allow for the transfer of assets outside of an owner’s estate for estate tax purposes with more structure than an outright gift.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 31, 2024

This allows the account to grow on a tax-deferred basis, with income to beneficiaries being taxed when distributions are made. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 26, 2024

And so the conundrum of people with "too much" savings in their 529 plan – either because they overestimated how much they needed to save, or because they chose a different path entirely that didn't involve going to college – has been how to get funds out of the plan without sacrificing a large part of their value to taxes and penalties.

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 7, 2023

Fortunately, financial professionals have tools and wealth transfer strategies that can help couples be intentional about the use of their assets in an estate plan. Why Focus on Estate Planning for Blended Families A thoughtful plan and good communication can go a long way in heading off conflict in large families.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Estate planning touches two critical aspects of our lives: It can direct the distribution of property while providing a structure of guardianship and care for ourselves as well as those we love and care for. But many people feel like estate planning happens when you’re older, and that’s a misconception.

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Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 8, 2022

” This meant annual required minimum distributions (RMDs) were out. Another key aspect that the 2019 Secure Act changed was the required minimum distribution age. Assuming the changes pass, some beneficiaries will have missed a required distribution. Individuals born before July 1, 1949 will retain an RMD age of 70 1/2.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Estate Planning isn’t fun to think about. But estate planning is so much more than terminal actions – it helps set a stage for a rich life while protecting against unnecessary taxes and family feuds. . Who needs estate planning? Estate Planning in Your 20s . Craig Lemoine, Ph.D.,

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Harness Wealth

JULY 29, 2024

covers some of the top estate planning trends that tax advisors should be tracking during the second half of 2024. Now that the mid-point of 2024 has passed, we are faced with an environment where little has changed with respect to the wait-and-see posture of estate and wealth transfer planning. citizens and residents.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 6, 2024

If your parent had a trust, the individual(s) named in the trust documents as successor trustee will control the distribution of the trust assets. Checklist for executors of their parent’s estate Get organized Where are the original estate planning documents located? Who is the attorney who drafted the estate plan?

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Park Place Financial

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Estates Estate Planning in this Economic Climate Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. If you are in the middle of estate planning , consider the following strategies to develop a sound plan amidst widespread economic challenges. . Create a Trust . Charitable Remainder Unitrust .

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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

On a basic level, if you have an estate plan, you control who will receive your property upon your death. An estate plan can also protect you in the event of an unforeseen life-altering medical emergency. Most Americans need an estate plan of some kind, and most Americans don’t have one.

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Advisor Perspectives

JUNE 1, 2023

Provisions of the SECURE Act may require advisors to revisit estate plans for clients who aren't utilizing their RMDs or who have qualified assets intended for the next generation. Stay informed and proactive to help clients meet their estate planning goals.

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Park Place Financial

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

ESTATES Family Estate Planning: The 6 Essentials Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. According to one survey, 67% of Americans have no estate plan, which may reflect an aversion to thinking about dying or getting gravely ill. Navigate Family Estate Planning with Park Place Financial .

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James Hendries

JUNE 16, 2023

Estate planning helps disperse your assets according to your wishes. The effort may seem daunting at first, but estate planning does not have to be overly complicated. With the proper planning, you may find yourself resting a little easier knowing you have an estate plan in place.

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Park Place Financial

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

ESTATES The 5 Most Common Estate Planning Myths Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Estate planning is a crucial component of financial preparation for many individuals, as it enables their wealth to have a lasting and meaningful impact on their loved ones.

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Pacifica Wealth

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

After you pass away, the courts must determine the distribution of your assets. A Will is a legal document that expresses how your assets should be distributed at death. Remember, each state has a pre-determined plan for your assets that they will use unless you provide other instructions. A Will does just that.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Choosing whether to fund a trust with your assets is an important decision in the estate planning process. A will and a trust are two different estate planning tools. Probate is a legal process where certain assets that were owned in the individual’s name are distributed by the probate court.

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WiserAdvisor

APRIL 19, 2024

While a financial plan focuses on managing your finances during your lifetime, an estate plan is essential for determining the fate of your assets after you pass away. Estate planning involves the transfer of your assets to your heirs in the event of your passing.

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Harness Wealth

JUNE 23, 2023

Estate planning is a critical component of a comprehensive financial plan. It involves deciding how your assets will be distributed upon your death or incapacitation. Furthermore, estate planning includes aspects such as tax minimization strategies, asset protection, and charitable giving.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JANUARY 29, 2024

This article is a high-level overview of the various estate planning techniques and considerations when using revocable living trusts from the perspective of a wealth advisor (e.g. The US has 50 states – each with their own tax laws and estate planning opportunities. Equitable distribution of your assets.

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Mullooly Asset Management

AUGUST 23, 2022

A will, or a Last Will and Testament, is a legal document that outlines your intention for the distribution of your assets after your death. It is an integral part of a comprehensive estate plan and helps your loved ones avoid legal and financial loopholes and know what to do with […]. What Is a Will?

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Imperative of Estate Planning: Not Just for the Affluent Often, there’s a prevailing misconception that estate planning is a luxury reserved for the wealthy elite. Real estate planning is a crucial undertaking that every adult and family should prioritize.

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